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Bøvær Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Senja, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bøvær Lighthouse

Also known as: Bøvær (Lille Bøholmen)

The Bøvær Lighthouse, first illuminated in 1904, is a 7-meter-high square wood tower with a red lantern roof. Situated on Lille Bøholmen island near Bøvær harbor on Senja's western shore, its light is positioned at a focal height of 10 meters. The lighthouse projects a Fl WRG 6s characteristic, offering a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The site is accessible to visitors, but the tower structure remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for local fishing boats and other vessels approaching Bøvær harbor. Its directional light assists in marking specific channels and hazards along the complex western Senja coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl WRG 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1904

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white, lantern roof red
Material
wood

Structure: square wood tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Senja
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
on a small island, Lille Bøholmen, off the harbor of Bøvær on the west coast of Senja
Latitude
69.4662°
Longitude
17.2232°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ersfjord(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
L3530
NGA No.
13104
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bøvær Lighthouse at night?+
Bøvær displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 6s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bøvær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bøvær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Skaland at 1.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include ERSFJORD (3.5 NM ENE), Senjahopen (5.9 NM ENE), Gryllefjord (7.7 NM SSW), Torsken (8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bøvær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bøvær Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Bøvær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bøvær Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.